Flared Sleeve Top – Free Sewing Tutorial

Flared sleeve tops are a popular design for their elegant look. Loosely shaped, it is cool to wear, and the flared sleeves help to cover the silhouette of your body. The fabric used for this top is from the “Kinmokusei (fragrant olive)” series. With gently drawn Kinmokusei flowers covering the entire fabric, it is suitable for blouses. 100% cotton sheeting, slightly brushed with AG treatment for odor elimination and antibacterial effect.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample: YPA-46020-1A

Materials:

Outer Fabric: about 110cm wide x 170cm

Size:M

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For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information

Kokka Fabrics is the official online store run by Kokka USA, Inc. We specialize in printed fabrics but also have a wide range of high-quality solid textiles.
We ship to the United States and Canada from our warehouse located in Torrance, California.

Long Flared Skirt – Free Sewing Tutorial

The basic, classic flared skirt is an item which you can never have too many. The slender A-line silhouette also makes it attractive. The fabric used for this skirt is a large floral pattern from the “Linnea” series. It is 100% cotton oxford.

Design & Work:Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample: YKA-16000-1E

Materials:

Outer Fabric: 110cm wide x 350cm
Fusible Interfacing (light weight): about 20cm (l) x about 50cm (w)
3cm-wide Elastic Tape: 32cm x One piece

Size: M

◎Sewing Tutorial

◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information

House Shaped Tote Bag & Charm – Free Sewing Tutorial

This tote bag is made from a house pattern printed on the fabric. The fabric used for this bag is from the “Customize me!” series. It is 100% cotton oxford, a perfect material for bag making and easy to handle even for sewing beginners.

Design & Work: Kokka Fabric

Fabric shown for this sample: (Outer Fabric A) YGA-66020-1A
Materials:

Outer Fabric A: about 110cm wide x about 30cm
Outer Fabric B: about 110cm wide x 30cm
Lining Fabric: about 110cm wide x 20cm
Fusible Interfacing (medium weight): about 110cm wide x 20cm
Fusible Quilt Bating: about 90cm wide x 20cm
Tape: about 30mm wide x 56cm
Cotton: Small amount
O Ring: Size of your choice x One piece
Ball Chain: Length of your choice x One piece

Size:

Bag: about 15cm (l) about 26cm (w) about 2cm (d) (excludes handles)
Charm: Size of your choice

◎Sewing Tutorial

◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information

Cap Sleeve Blouse – Free Sewing Tutorial

With capped sleeves, this blouse creates a sleek look for your arms. The curved neckline has just the right amount of opening to show off your collarbone. The fabric used for this blouse is from the “Flownny” series. The tiny floral pattern is perfect for the blouse. The 100% cotton lawn fabric is thin and silky, yet not see-through, allowing you to wear it lightly on its own.

Design & Work: Yoko Kato

Fabric shown for this sample: NFA-1030-31D

Materials:

Fabric: 110cm wide x 1.5m
Fusible Interfacing: 80cm x 20cm/li>

Size: 66cm (body width) 53.5cm (length)

We interviewed Yuko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What do you think of the comfort and texture of the featured fabric when it is made into clothing?
It is thin and silky, yet not see-through, allowing you to wear it lightly on its own.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into creating a beautiful neckline?
Since the design does not incorporate the “opening” on the side or back, the neckline needed to be “just enough” so that you can pull the blouse over your head. I tried to find a look that is not too revealing, yet allows you to show off your collarbone.

KF: This blouse has a curved neckline. What are some tips to keep in mind during the pattern making?

Using the “Pattern” in the instructions as a reference, trace along the printed pattern for the front neckline and back neckline respectively.
For more details about the pattern making, please refer to the video. If you are new to sewing, this video is also helpful:

Video tutorial! Dress making from original patterns.

KF: What are some tips for sewing the neckline?

When using the sewing machine, do it more slowly and carefully than when sewing a straight line. Instead of stretching the fabric for a straight stitch, you can achieve a clean finish by lifting the presser and slightly changing the direction of the fabric along the curve when sewing.

KF: Do you have any advice for sewing other parts besides the neckline?
When cutting a slit along the curve (③-④), be careful not to cut into the stitch line. Apply scissors up to 1mm off the stitch line. If the slit is not deep enough, you won’t be able to create a beautiful neckline when the fabric is turned inside out.

KF: How should we incorporate this blouse into one’s styling?
With this length, you can enjoy wearing it either by tucking it in or out. Simply designed, this blouse will look great with solid color pants, skirt and jeans, or can be elegantly paired with a suit. It is truly a versatile blouse to have.

KF: Thank you very much, Yoko

◎Sewing Tutorial

◎Sewing Tutorial(PDF format / A4 size)

For inquiries regarding wholesale in North America

Visit our site for the official wholesale distributor of KOKKA fabrics in North America (United States of America and Canada.)

KOKKA’s official online shop information

Drawstring Bag – Free Sewing Tutorial

The refreshing blue color gives this drawstring bag a cool look. With a Japanese feel, it naturally goes well as an accessory to a yukata (light cotton kimono). When the top is open, it turns into a tote, making it useful as a travel bag. The fabric used for this bag is from the [blizzard] series, a textile designed by the popular apparel brand Marble SUD. It depicts white animals huddled together in the falling snow. The cotton linen sheeting is easy to sew for beginners, making it a perfect material for bag making.

Design & Work:Mioko Sugino

Fabric shown for this sample:　(Panel Outer Fabric, Lining Fabric, Tag Fabric A) EGXA-8501-3A

Materials:

Fabric (Panel Outer Fabric, Lining Fabric, Tag Fabric A): 65cm×60cm
Fabric (Bottom Outer Fabric, Handle, Opening Fabric, Tag Fabric B): 80cm×30cm
Waxed Cord: 0.3cm diameter x 1.6m

Size: 23cm (l) 20cm (w) 10cm (d)

We interviewed Mioko about her creation:
Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
First of all, tiny animals are so cute! The depiction of snow scenes, which gives a cool feel amid the recent extremely hot days, is also pleasing to the eye! And a refreshing blue color is selected. I decided to make a drawstring bag that can be carried when wearing a yukata. With a Japanese-style design, I am sure it will go well together.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
It may look small, but it holds a surprisingly large amount of items. Its construction is all straight without any curves, so it is easy enough for beginners to make.

KF: What are some tips for making this bag?
For the bottom and opening, canvas fabric is used for a solid structure, but using a thicker oxford will also work. In that case, adding a bottom board insert is recommended to keep a nice shape.

KF: How should we incorporate this bag into one’s styling?
It is cute to carry as a purse with a yukata, or to keep the top open and carry it like a tote. Also nice to have is a matching scrunchie. When travelling, it is convenient to take it first as a travel pouch, and use it later as a bag while on the road.

KF:Thank you very much, Mioko! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

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